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Color Converter

Convert any HEX color to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK and CSS name instantly.

What the Color Converter does

The Color Converter takes a single HEX color and instantly translates it into every format you are likely to need across web, print, and design work. Type or paste a 6-digit HEX value (or pick one with the native color picker), and the tool returns the matching RGB, HSL, HSV, and CMYK values, plus a CSS keyword name when the color happens to match one of the standard named colors.

It is built for front-end developers who need an HSL value for a CSS variable, designers moving a brand color from a screen mockup into a print-ready CMYK file, and anyone who simply wants to understand the same color expressed in different number systems. Every value is shown side by side with a large live preview swatch so you can confirm at a glance that you have the right shade.

How to use it

Start by entering a HEX color in the text box using the #rrggbb format, for example #3b82f6. You can also click the small color swatch on the left to open your operating system's color picker and choose visually; the HEX field updates automatically. The preview bar and all conversion cards refresh as you type.

Once a valid color is entered, each format appears in its own card: HEX, RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, and, when available, the CSS color name. Click any card to copy that value to your clipboard. A short "Copied!" confirmation appears so you know the value is ready to paste into your stylesheet, design file, or document.

Notes on the color formats

RGB and HEX describe the same screen color using red, green, and blue channels, just written differently. HSL and HSV describe color by hue, then by saturation and lightness or value, which makes them handy when you want to tweak brightness or vividness without guessing at channel numbers. CMYK is an approximation intended for print, where colors are mixed from cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink.

Because screens and printers reproduce color differently, the CMYK figures here are a mathematical conversion and should be treated as a starting point rather than an exact press match. The CSS name only appears when your HEX value exactly matches a common named color such as red, navy, or teal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which color formats does this tool convert between?▼
It converts a HEX color into RGB, HSL, HSV, and CMYK, and shows the matching CSS color name when one exists. HEX is the input, and the other formats are generated from it.
Does the converter upload my colors or data anywhere?▼
No. All conversions are calculated entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is sent to a server, so your colors stay on your device.
Why does the CSS Name field sometimes not appear?▼
A CSS name is only shown when your HEX value exactly matches one of the standard named web colors, such as #ff0000 (red) or #000080 (navy). Most custom colors have no official name, so the field is hidden.
Can I pick a color visually instead of typing a HEX code?▼
Yes. Click the color swatch next to the input to open your device's color picker. The HEX field and all conversions update automatically when you choose a color.
Are the CMYK values accurate for printing?▼
They are a standard mathematical conversion from RGB and serve as a useful reference. For an exact press match you should still proof against your printer's color profile, since ink and screen color differ.
Is the Color Converter free to use?▼
Yes, the tool is completely free with no sign-up, and you can convert as many colors as you like.

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